intellectual property
Employee Inventions
Section 6 says if you invented using employer resources, the employer owns the patent but must pay you fair compensation.
Patents & Designs Act
Understanding ownership of inventions made during employment and your right to compensation.
Section 6 says if you invented using employer resources, the employer owns the patent but must pay you fair compensation.
Section 2 covers who has the right to patent. The employer may file in their name if Section 6 applies.
Section 7 requires written employment terms. Check if your contract addresses inventions and IP.
Section 36 ensures fair hearing if you need to dispute ownership or compensation.
Section 43 protects your property rights. Even if the employer owns the patent, you have a right to compensation.